ReviewFrontiers in pharmacology2020
Therapeutic Effects and Mechanisms of Herbal Medicines for Treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review.
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- Exploring the role of medicinal plants and nanotechnology in the management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS): a scoping review.Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology · 2026Article
- Herbal compounds in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome: an updated systematic review.Journal of ovarian research · 2026Review
- Integrating evidence-based lifestyle and adjunct therapies for long-term management of polycystic ovary syndrome: mechanistic insights and clinical implications.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2026Review
- The organelle oxidative-inflammatory network in polycystic ovary syndrome: from subcellular intercellular cascades to systemic comorbidities.Frontiers in immunology · 2026Review
- Protective Effect of Marjoram Against Letrozole-Induced Ovarian Damage in Rats with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Entails Activation of Nrf2 and Suppression of NF-κB.Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Comparative advantage and efficacy of natural products for polycystic ovary syndrome.Journal of ovarian research · 2025Review
- Therapeutic potential of natural compounds in targeting cancer stem cells: a promising approach for cancer treatment.Discover oncology · 2025Review
- Nutritional and herbal interventions for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): a comprehensive review of dietary approaches, macronutrient impact, and herbal medicine in management.Journal of health, population, and nutrition · 2025Review
- Curcumin and its formulations for the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome: current insights and future prospects.Journal of ovarian research · 2025Review
- Gut microbiota dysbiosis in polycystic ovary syndrome: focus on diet, probiotics, and traditional Chinese medicine.Frontiers in microbiology · 2025Review
- Protective Potential of Methanol Extract of Drymaria cordata Willd. ex Schult (MEDC) on Letrozole-Induced Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Via Modulation of Apoptotic Markers, Sex Hormones and Antioxidant Status in Rat Model.Reproductive sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) · 2024Article
- Exploring the Antioxidative Effects of Ginger and Cinnamon: A Comprehensive Review of Evidence and Molecular Mechanisms Involved in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Other Oxidative Stress-Related Disorders.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
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- Regulation of Insulin Resistance, Lipid Profile and Glucose Metabolism Associated with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome byNutrients · 2023Article
- Herbs as a Source for the Treatment of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systematic Review.Biotech (Basel (Switzerland)) · 2023Review
- The Effect of Garlic (Allium Sativum) on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Related Hormones and Glycemic Parameters: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Clinical Trial.International journal of preventive medicine · 2023Article
- Incredible Combination of Lifestyle Modification and Herbal Remedies for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Management.Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM · 2023Review
- The Therapeutic Impact of Garlic (Allium Sativum) on Oxidative Stress Markers among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Clinical Trial.International journal of preventive medicine · 2023Article
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- β-Sitosterol Ameliorates Endometrium Receptivity in PCOS-Like Mice: The Mediation of Gut Microbiota.Frontiers in nutrition · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common disorders of endocrinology in reproductive-age women. In this study, we reviewed data on the effects and underlying mechanisms of herbal medicines used in the treatment of PCOS in laboratory studies.
methodsArticles published in English up to June 30, 2018 were searched in Medline and EMBASE. We extracted data regarding herbal intervention; target cell (or animal model) usage; method of herbal extraction; route of administration; dosage and periods; and outcomes of the compounds isolated from herbs, individual herbal extracts, and herbal formula decoctions. We summarized the actions and the mechanisms underlying the beneficial effects of herbal medicines on PCOS.
resultsA total of 27 studies involving 22 herbal medicines reported their efficacy on PCOS. The herbal interventions in the 27 studies comprised four compounds isolated from herbs (6 studies), nine individual herbal extracts (11 studies), and nine herbal formula decoctions (10 studies). Herbal medicines normalized female hormones, diminished male hormones, recovered the estrous cycle, ameliorated insulin resistance, and improved lipid metabolism in PCOS. The mechanisms underlying the beneficial effects of herbal medicines on PCOS were found to be associated with anti-inflammation, anti-oxidative stress, inhibition of autophagy and/or apoptosis, and ovarian nerve growth factor reduction.
conclusionsHerbal medicines are thought to be promising resources in the development of effective therapeutic agents for PCOS. Further studies that include methodological quality assessment and quantitative synthesis of outcomes are recommended.
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